Job Title: Attendance Officer
Location: Chesterfield
Salary: £110 - £130 per day (Depending on Experience)
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time
Are you an experienced Attendance Officer with strong knowledge of attendance procedures and a passion for improving pupil engagement?
GSL Education are looking to appoint a proactive Attendance Officer to join a school in Chesterfield. This role is crucial in promoting high attendance, building positive relationships with families, and supporting students to achieve their full potential. The position requires a confident professional who is comfortable conducting home visits and liaising directly with parents and carers.
Key Responsibilities of Attendance Officer:
Monitor, track and report on student attendance and punctuality.
Conduct home visits to discuss attendance concerns and promote positive engagement.
Work closely with parents, carers, and external agencies to improve attendance.
Implement attendance strategies and contribute to safeguarding processes.
Maintain accurate attendance records and produce reports for senior leadership.
Engage with students to encourage and reward good attendance.
Requirements:
Proven experience in an attendance or pastoral role within a school setting.
Strong knowledge of attendance procedures, safeguarding and child protection.
Excellent communication, problem-solving and organisational skills.
Full UK driving licence with business insurance (essential for home visits).
Proficiency with attendance management systems (SIMS or similar).
An enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply for one through GSL Education.
If you are a confident, professional Attendance Officer with the ability to build trust and motivate students and families, we want to hear from you.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.
As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.
To apply for this Attendance Officer role in Chesterfield, click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV. One of our dedicated consultants will be in touch